Today in Colombo, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, marking the start of a fresh push to deepen strategic ties between the two nations. 🌏🤝
During their meeting on Monday, January 12, 2026, Wang Yi highlighted China’s commitment to building a 'China-Sri Lanka community with a shared future.' He said Beijing is eager to exchange governance experiences and boost practical cooperation across infrastructure, maritime affairs, tourism, and cultural exchanges, all while promoting people-to-people friendships.
Wang stressed that China will stand firm in protecting the rights of developing nations, uphold the UN Charter and international law, and collaborate with like-minded partners to resist power bullying and defend multilateralism and international justice. He called on both sides to enhance regional collaboration in South Asia and work towards a fairer global governance system.
Herath responded that Sri Lanka sees China as its most reliable strategic partner. He voiced a strong desire for sustained high-level exchanges and deeper cooperation in key areas like infrastructure, maritime affairs, tourism, and cultural programs to elevate the China-Sri Lanka partnership to new heights. He also reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s adherence to the one-China principle and stressed the importance of joint communication in multilateral forums to safeguard the rights of developing countries.
This growing alliance not only strengthens ties in South Asia but also highlights a shared vision for a balanced and cooperative world stage. 🌍✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
